They were known for their minaret (tall, slender towers), domed roofs and calls to prayer via a loudspeaker five times a day.

But the MOSC spokesman said there would be no need for the call to prayer on a loudspeaker as "we have listed times and thus our community is aware of the prayer times, negating the need for the call for prayer".

The spokesman said MOSC has been on the Coast since 2005 and had been collecting funds from then.

It hopes to organise funds from within the community and is "looking into securing a loan from the bank".

"The property that is being purchased is mainly going to be used as an Islamic centre," he said.

"The need to own a property for a masjid is like any other religious organisation; in order to cater for the current community and the growth of the Muslim community at the Sunshine Coast.

"The centre will be used as a place of gathering for people with common beliefs.

"It will also cater for the people moving into the Sunshine Coast, such as doctors, and also for people who move to the Sunshine Coast for a short spell, such as university students and likewise.

"The centre will be open to everyone and welcomes people from all beliefs."
Realtor Dan Sowden, from Ray White Maroochydore, said seven bidders had registered on auction day and the property had sold under the hammer for $590,000 plus GST, above the reserve.